Causes of the American Revolution: The Stamp Act

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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Causes of the American Revolution: The Stamp Act

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Understanding the Causes of the Stamp Act

Source A: British Parliament's View

'The Stamp Act was necessary to raise revenue to pay for the costs of defending the colonies and maintaining British authority.'

Source B: American Colonists' View

'The Stamp Act was a direct tax imposed without representation, infringing on our rights as Englishmen.'

Historian's View:

'The Stamp Act marked a turning point where economic grievances and political rights clashed, fueling colonial resistance.'

1.
Categorize the main factors that contributed to the opposition against the Stamp Act. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the British and American perspectives on the Stamp Act. How did their views differ? (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the economic factors that made the Stamp Act particularly unpopular among colonists. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Explain how the Stamp Act contributed to the development of colonial political identity. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Which factor do you think was MORE significant in causing protests against the Stamp Act: political opposition or economic hardship? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Analyse the role of religious ideas or leaders in shaping colonial attitudes towards the Stamp Act. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Compare the methods used by colonists to oppose the Stamp Act. Which method was most effective? Justify your choice. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
8.
Summarize the significance of the Stamp Act in the broader context of the causes of the American Revolution. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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